All woodturned lidded vessels, turned  bowls and  wooden boxes presented in this on-line gallery are designed and handcrafted by Maurice Sewelson. Handmade boxes and turnings for sale:     www.sewelsonwoodcraft.etsy.com    Creation of fine woodturnings is a time intensive process, beginning with the acquisition of wood, either puchased or found, followed by a variety of seasoning and turning  techniques which vary with the woodturning artist and the wood itself.

Woodturned lidded vessel with finial. Australian Eucalyptus Burl and Bloodwood. Some areas are inlaid with crushed Chrysacolla. Chrysacolla, a mineraloid is a stone of peace and harmony.  For sale at: www.sewelsonwoodcraft.etsy.com

Handcrafted box. Genuine Mahogany with Picture Jasper cabochon. Handmade boxes make great Holiday gifts, Wedding gifts, Anniversary gifts, Birthday gifts. More of my handmade boxes at: www.sewelsonwoodcraft.etsy.com

Handcrafted jewelry box with carved tree branch. Australian Lacewood. Box has a removable, sliding tray. Bottom of the box and tray are lined with black velveteen. For sale at:              www.sewelsonwoodcraft.etsy.com

Woodturned lidded vessel created from a great piece of Ziricote. Available for sale at www.sewelsonwoodcraft.etsy.com

Great sites to visit: "Woodturning Design"  http://www.woodturningdesign.com/  Woodturning Design is completely reader driven and written. ArtistsOnline.biz http://www.artistsonline.biz/features/maurice-sewelson Robin Atkins - bead artist and her blog featuring my custom made box http://beadlust.blogspot.com/

This gallery is dedicated to my father who instilled in me an appreciation for the beauty of wood, quality workmanship and attention to detail.